Greece is one of the most ancient countries located in the Southeastern part of Europe. The country has Athens as its capital, with a population of 10.7 million people. Greece is the birthplace of the Olympics and democracy. The country is famous for its Ancient temple & monuments, beaches, the black sands of Santorini, and many more. Check out the list of public, office, and local holidays celebrated in Greece every year.

Public Holidays in Greece

January 1

New Years Day

January 6

Epiphany

February 27

Clean Monday

March 25

Greek Independence Day

April 14

Orthodox Good Friday

April 15

Great Saturday

April 16

Orthodox Easter Day

April 17

Orthodox Easter Monday

May 1

Labour Day (Protomagia)

June 4

Orthodox Pentecost

June 5

Holy Spirit Monday

August 15

Dormition of the Virgin (Assumption of Mary)

October 28

The Ochi Day (National Anniversary Day)

December 25

Christmas Day

December 26

Synaxis of the Mother of God